Fred Salyer, a man who touched so many lives throughout the San Joaquin Valley and beyond, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at the age of 92. A farming icon, businessman, friend and father, Fred had a profound impact on all who knew him. His legacy will continue with those who came to know...
I'm 86 now and still remember Fred when I worked at Salyer Land Company in 1962-1966. When I quit to go to the big city lights, he came to my house and tried to keep me. Fond memeory.
Charles Fatum
August 10, 2025 | Work
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I was a college intern at Salyer American in the summer of 1984. Fred reminded me of WWII veterans who "required" a look in the eye and firm handshake. As interns, Fred enjoyed visiting with us and getting to know us. That personal interest was genuine and admirable. Truly a great man.
John Boylan
May 05, 2025
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Fred was an honest man , compassionate, and integrity.
Jose Diaz Gallegos
June 09, 2021 | Friend
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Fred was the consummate farmer, pilot, patriot, and gentleman. We were so grateful for his friendship - a friendship that started with our family's move to Corcoran in the late 1940's. Naomi and Marian quickly became life-long best friends.
As our families grew, the moms and kids would enjoy wonderful summer vacations at Pismo Beach and Bass Lake with the dads joining them on occasional weekends, as the crops would allow. Peter is grateful for Fred offering him his first job in the...
Naomi, Luanne, and Peter Gadd
August 23, 2016 | La Jolla, CA
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My husband, Jim Eyherabide, loved and respected Fred, so sorry to hear of his passing. Cyndi Eyherabide
Cyndi Eyherabide
August 21, 2016 | Cedar Park, TX
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Wheels up for a wonderful gentleman, friend, and businessman. God Bless his memory, and his family.
Kleo Stanley
August 18, 2016 | Arroyo Grande, CA
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Fred a great man, celebrating a life well lived, we will cherish the memories forever.Pray to you Fred. Darrell & Gloria
Darrell Branum
August 16, 2016 | Visalia, CA
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Dad was a genius with anything mechanical , he loved aviation and one of the best pilots to ever join the skies .
Scott Salyer
August 16, 2016 | Fresno, CA
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Papa Fred was loved by so many and will be missed. What a strong and gentle giant. We will remember him in our hearts always.